Author: Tim Bertelsman, DC, DACO

Dizziness and Vertigo

Posted by Tim Bertelsman, DC, DACO | Jul 30, 2015 | Clinical, zall | 0 |

Dizziness and vertigo account for over 8 million primary care visits in the U.S.each year. Dizziness is the leading presenting complaint for seniors over age 75.

Dysfunctional Breathing

Posted by Tim Bertelsman, DC, DACO | Jun 8, 2015 | Clinical, Diagnosis, zall | 0 |

Could Dysfunctional Breathing Be Suffocating Your Outcomes? The diaphragm is necessary not only for respiration but for core stability as well. (1-3) The diaphragm is a key trunk stabilizer during postural activity and must properly activate upon demand. Dysfunctional breathing patterns may perpetuate many common musculoskeletal problems involving the head, neck, shoulder, and lower back.

Iliotibial Band Revisited

Posted by Tim Bertelsman, DC, DACO | Apr 8, 2015 | Clinical, Orthopedic, zall | 0 |

Iliotibial band syndrome describes an irritation of the tissues near the distal attachment of the iliotibial band (ITB). This overuse syndrome is particularly common in runners and cyclists.

Foot Hyperpronation

Posted by Tim Bertelsman, DC, DACO | Mar 19, 2015 | Clinical, Diagnosis, zall | 0 |

Identification and successful management of Foot Hyperpronation- a commonly overlooked “functional” problem that delays recovery.

Upper Crossed Syndrome

Posted by Tim Bertelsman, DC, DACO | Dec 1, 2014 | Diagnosis, zall | 0 |

This article will show you how to identify and treat one of the most common contributors to ongoing upper body complaints: Upper Crossed Syndrome.

Treating LBP: Extension vs. Flexion

Posted by Tim Bertelsman, DC, DACO | Jul 24, 2014 | Clinical, Diagnosis, zall | 0 |

McKenzie Mechanical and Diagnosis Therapy employs a unique assessment technique that has shown the greatest validity and reliability.

Knee Pain

Posted by Tim Bertelsman, DC, DACO | Jun 18, 2014 | Clinical, Orthopedic, zall | 0 |

Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS), also called “Runner’s Knee,”, describes the symptom complex of knee discomfort, swelling or crepitus that results from excessive or imbalanced forces acting on the joint. PFPS can be traumatically induced but more commonly results from muscular imbalance and cumulative overload. It is the most common cause of knee pain in the general population, affecting an estimated 25% of adults. (1,5,23) Many PFPS patients are young and athletic. (32) Data suggests the condition may affect nearly 10% of young athletes. (2)

Shoulder Pain

Posted by Tim Bertelsman, DC, DACO | Mar 28, 2014 | Clinical, Orthopedic, zall | 0 |

The shoulder is responsible for approximately 16% of all primary care musculoskeletal visits. (1) Many of these patients exhibit an often overlooked, altered scapular position and motion pattern called, “Scapular dyskinesis” (i.e. “winging”) (2,3) In order for clinicians to properly manage shoulder pain, including rotator cuff problems, they must first be able to recognize and treat scapular dyskinesis.